Six former football players from East Mississippi Community College have filed a lawsuit against the school, Netflix, and others linked to the documentary 'Last Chance U.' They claim wrongful use of their likeness and seek $30 million in damages. The players argue they were pressured into signing contracts without proper understanding and that they were not informed their images would be commercially exploited. The suit highlights coercive tactics used by defendants, pressing players to sign or risk their eligibility for practice and games. The case reflects broader issues of rights and compensation in sports media.
"The most coercive tactic defendants used upon the plaintiffs was telling them if they did not sign the contracts, they were not eligible to practice."
"They say they're holding the defendants accountable for the wrongful misappropriation of their likeness and to ensure fair compensation for their work."
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